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Flexible Shipping Box Packing
Flexible Shipping Box Packing is a WordPress plugin from Octolize for WooCommerce stores that ship physical goods.
Product facts
- Version
- 2.1.9
- Released
- 29 October 2026
- Type
- Plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.89 on its own
Overview
Shipping rates that ignore how items really fit in a box often leave store owners paying more than they charged, or customers overpaying. This plugin looks at the box sizes you define and the dimensions of each product, then works out a cost-effective way to pack the order while keeping items safe in transit.
The calculation runs during checkout, so the rates shown match the packing the order actually needs. You set up boxes, product dimensions and packing rules in one interface, with no technical background required. It also works alongside major shipping carriers, so you can keep using the rates you have already negotiated with them. Warehouse and shipping teams get clearer packing results too.
Features
- Automatic box packing calculation: The plugin works out the most cost-effective way to pack products into boxes, which helps cut shipping fees and avoid wasted space inside each package.
- Multiple box sizes: Define as many box dimensions as your inventory needs, so the plugin can match products to boxes that fit them instead of defaulting to one standard size.
- Checkout rates from real packing: Customers see shipping rates based on how their order would actually be packed, which makes the cost at checkout clearer and easier to trust.
- Customizable packing rules: Adjust packing behavior for fragile items, weight limits and special handling needs, so orders are packed in a way that supports safe delivery.
- Real-time cost updates: Shipping options and costs update dynamically during checkout, reflecting the packing result for the products currently in the cart.
- Simple setup and management: A user-friendly interface lets you configure box sizes, product dimensions and packing preferences without technical expertise.
- Support for fulfillment teams: Clear packing results help warehouse and shipping staff pack orders consistently, which reduces errors and delays in the fulfillment process.
- Works with major carriers: The plugin runs alongside popular shipping providers, so you can keep applying negotiated carrier rates while using box-based packing calculations.
Best for
- WooCommerce stores that ship physical products in boxes
- Store owners who want shipping rates based on real packing
- Merchants with warehouse teams packing varied product sizes
Changelog
Version 2.1.9 — 27 October 2026
- New Support for WooCommerce 11.3
Earlier versions
- 2.1.8 (21 September 2026): 1 new
- 2.1.7 (4 September 2026): 1 new
- 2.1.6 (17 August 2026): 1 new, 1 improved
FAQ
Is Flexible Shipping Box Packing free?
The code of Flexible Shipping Box Packing is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. Buy GPL is a paid service: a plan or a purchase of Flexible Shipping Box Packing gives you the download and its updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Flexible Shipping Box Packing is this?
Version 2.1.9, released 29 October 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them.
How do I update Flexible Shipping Box Packing?
Install Buy GPL Updater on your site and paste your key from My Account. It installs new versions of Flexible Shipping Box Packing for you.






